Product Recall Number: 06-566
Why was Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs recalled?
The mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Product Recall Number: 06-566
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2006-07-24
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs
Description: Only Suzuki 2006 model year LT-A400K6, LT-A400FK6 and LT-F400FK6 model ATVs with certain vehicle identification numbers are included in this recall. Refer to the VIN at www.suzukicycles.com. The vehicle identification number is located on the left rear side of the ATV frame. Eiger, printed in white letters, and QuadRunner and Suzuki are written on the side of the ATV. These ATVs were sold in red, black and green.
Hazard Description: The mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 300
Incidents: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.
Sold At: Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from May 2006 through July 2006 for about $4,500 for the LT-A400K6, $5,300 for the LT-A400FK6 and $5,200 for the LT-F400FK6.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed